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Intended for college students in the performing arts-as well as early- and mid-career professionals-this guide offers strategies that help actors handle audition nerves, prepare for interviews, market themselves-everything they need to know in order to manage their stage and film careers

Includes bibliographical references and index

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Foreword; Acknowledgments; Introduction; Part I. BRANDING STRATEGIES FOR THE PROFESSIONAL ACTOR; Success Strategy 1. Define Your Unique Selling Points; Success Strategy 2. Build Your Brand by Following the Stars; Part II. SUCCESS STRATEGIES FOR THE STAGE AND SCREEN; Success Strategy 3. Create a Captivating Resume; Success Strategy 4. Take That "Perfect" Headshot; Success Strategy 5. Write a Standout Cover Letter; Success Strategy 6. Compile a Complete Rep Book; Success Strategy 7. Practice Preparation; Success Strategy 8. Conquer Audition Nerves

Part III. MARKETING AND NETWORKING STRATEGIES FOR THE SUCCESSFUL PERFORMERSuccess Strategy 9. Execute a Marketing Plan; Success Strategy 10. Establish Your Team; Success Strategy 11. Cultivate a Mentor; Success Strategy 12. Get "Them" to Trust You; Success Strategy 13. Network!; Success Strategy 14. Follow Up for Superior Results; Part IV. OFFSTAGE AND PROFESSIONALIZATION STRATEGIES; Success Strategy 15. Organize Your Home Office; Success Strategy 16. Finance Your Developing Career; Success Strategy 17. Negotiate a Profitable Contract; Epilogue; Resources; Index; About the Authors

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